Explore a variety of seed harvesting and processing techniques and tools. We will clean and process many kinds of seeds. We will learn about the importance of saving seeds in our communities for food sovereignty, genetic diversity and cultural reasons. Participants will take home seeds of each variety to plant in their own gardens. Ages...
A beautiful desert landscape doesn’t have to require constant work. In this presentation, you’ll learn how to create an attractive, low-maintenance garden that thrives in our desert climate while reducing...
Discover natural ways to create a cozy home sanctuary and support vitality as the days grow shorter. This hands-on session introduces a selection of essential oils, nourishing herbs, and warming spices that help protect the respiratory system and naturally refresh indoor spaces. Craft and stuff your own custom scented herbal sachet bag, perfect to tuck...
Agaves have long been recognized for their importance in Mesoamerica, but their significance to Indigenous peoples north of the U.S.–Mexico border has only recently gained broader attention. Research shows that pre-Columbian farmers cultivated multiple domesticated agave varieties in Arizona as early as A.D. 600, with many surviving today as living remnants of ancient agricultural systems....
This series is Tuesday, 11/17 & Thursday, 11/19 You will not be able to sign up for the following classes in this series separately. This two-day immersive workshop invites participants to engage directly with the unique flora and atmosphere of the Tucson Botanical Gardens, using photography as a starting point for creating a single expressive...
Our annual Fall Ikebana Festival returns to Yume Japanese Gardens! Ikebana is the traditional Japanese art of floral arrangement, in which flowers, branches, and other natural materials are thoughtfully arranged to express elegance, balance, and the character of the season. During the festival, admire a stunning display of floral compositions created by talented ikebana artists...